Hotels Near Byers, Colorado

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Byers is a small, census-designated place about 40 miles east of Denver, Colorado. The town was named after William N. Byers, a founding resident of the town in the mid-1860s; it gained prominence during Colorado's bustling gold rush years but is now quiet. Rural Byers -- which has a population of around 1,500 people -- has an agricultural and ranch-based economy. People visiting Byers, part of Arapahoe County, often enjoy the community's proximity to nearby hunting, fishing and hiking opportunities. Though there is only one hotel in Byers, but additional accommodation choices can be found in nearby towns such as Strasburg, Watkins and Bennett.

Budget Host Longhorn Motel

Byers' Longhorn Motel (budgethost.com) is an independently operated franchise of the national chain, Budget Host. This 26-room, one-story motel is only three miles away from Byers' prime hunting grounds; the old motel has a Southwestern flair to its decoration scheme. Rooms are basic but comfortable, featuring conveniences such as cable TV and wireless Internet. The hotel has its own restaurant and lounge on-site; other nearby dining spots include Country Burger and Pizza Shop.

Strasburg Inn Hotel

The Strasburg Inn Hotel (no website; 1406 Main St., Strasburg; 303-622-4314) is a rustic, older hotel full of antique charm. The two-story, independently owned hotel, built in the early 1970s, offers basic amenities at budget prices; not all rooms come with private baths. There is a heated outdoor swimming pool on-site. Local restaurants include Rookies, KT's Famous Barbecue and Patio. Strasburg is about five miles northwest of Byers.

Country Manor Motel

Watkins' Country Manor Motel (no website; 32681 E. Colfax Ave., Watkins; 303-261-9650) is an older, family run inn about 21 miles west of Byers. This medium-sized, one-story motel offers basic, affordable rooms and amenities, including wireless Internet and cable TV. Country Manor Motel is located in the heart of downtown Watkins; nearby restaurants include Biscuits Cafe, Interstate Diner and Tomahawk Plaza. The motel is just a short drive from Rocky Mountain Arsenal Wildlife Refuge.

Willow Tree Country Inn Bed & Breakfast

Willow Tree Country Inn Bed & Breakfast (willowtreebb.com) is a quaint little Tudor-style house in Bennett, about 12 miles northwest of Byers. Rooms offer gorgeous views of the Rocky Mountains and come with a fully stocked refrigerator and basket of gourmet snacks. Gourmet breakfast is served by a private chef in the inn's formal dining room each morning; guests can pay a bit extra for a six-course dinner, as well. Neighboring restaurants include China Kitchen, Happy Burrito, High Plains Diner and Corona's Mexican Grill.

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